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by Paris Pollich PhD 6 min read

Does Microsoft Edge have parental controls?

For parents who are using products that run on Windows, understanding the parental controls that Edge offers is crucial to ensure their family’s safety online. Edge has helpful features, like time limits and web filtering that block inappropriate content, that many parents have found very useful.

How to use the MUSAC edge Parent App?

App Access: Parents and students can access the app through their google or apple store by searching for ‘MUSAC Edge’. A great new extension to the parent app is the ability to log an absence if your child will be absent from school. This is quick and easy and can be done in advance also.

How do I set up parental control on Windows 10?

To help you with parental control on Windows 10, you may need to set up family features. However, you need to sign in with a Microsoft account associated with the child account. Kindly check these articles on how to set up family settings for your kids:

What is Kids Mode in Microsoft Edge browser?

Microsoft also provides Kids Mode on Edge browser (Available only in selected markets as of now). This mode adds additional safety options for kids when they are browsing the web using the Edge browser.

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What is Microsoft Edge?

Microsoft Edge is Microsoft’s current internet browser , first released for Windows 10 in 2015. Many people will remember Internet Explorer. Edge is the revamped version, with more features like Cortana that are designed to make surfing the web easier and safer.

How to set up content restrictions on Edge?

To set up content restriction on Edge, select Content Restrictions under the user account for the particular family member whose setting you are wanting to change . Then, select Apps, games, & media. Under Allow apps and games rate for, select the age limit for your child.

How to prevent your child from browsing inappropriate websites?

Then, go to the Web browsing section, and turn on Block inappropriate websites. Under Always blocked, you can input websites you don’t want your child visiting.

Is Microsoft Edge safe for kids?

Microsoft Edge has a lot of features that can be utilized by parents to help keep their kids safe when they are using the web browser. There’s a lot of adult content on the web that is not suitable for children, so it is very important for parents to understand these features and learn how to use them.

Can a child use Microsoft Edge?

On the other hand, if you want your child to only use certain sites, you use the Only allow these websites feature. Once these content restrictions are set up for your child’s account, they will not be able to use any web browsers besides Microsoft Edge.

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